2013 Women in History:

Mary C. Alexander
(March 2, 1893–April 16, 1955)LynchburgAviator
One of the first women licensed pilots in Virginia, Mary C. Alexander owned and operated a scheduled air service between Norfolk and Washington, D.C., during the 1930s.

Louise A. Reeves Archer
(October 23, 1893–April 1, 1948)ViennaEducator
A highly respected teacher and principal, Louise Reeves Archer inspired her students through her dedication and commitment to their education.

Elizabeth Ambler Brent Carrington
(March 11, 1765–February 15, 1842)RichmondCivic Leader
Concerned about the plight of orphaned girls, Elizabeth Ambler Brent Carrington helped establish the Female Humane Association of the City of Richmond at a time when women rarely played a role in public affairs.

Ann Compton
(b. 1947–)RoanokeNews Correspondent
An award-winning journalist, Ann Compton broke new ground as the first woman White House correspondent for a national news organization.

Cleo Elaine Powell
(b. 1957–)Brunswick CountyJudge
The first Afircan American woman to serve on the Supreme Court of Virginia, Cleo Elaine Powell encourages young people to create a culture of diversity and respect for the law.